NEW Courses Offered at CCHS for 2017-2018

THE ART OF TECHNOLOGY: BITS, BYTES, & BEYOND COURSE #730E SEMESTER – 1.25 CREDITS / 2 DAYS PER WEEK For students in grades: 9-12 Prerequisites: No prior background in computer science required. Description: In this course, students will be introduced to the exciting ​field of computer science, which drives the technology behind the digital arts and music, 3D animation, medical innovations, social media, and much more. ​Students will learn about computer science concepts through a set of creative design and problem-solving activities and through explorations of introductory coding languages. We will look at how code can simulate real-world processes and can create art, with students creating their own “generative art”. ​Topics may also include​ Internet security, robotics programming, how web searches work,​ the​ alternative number systems used by all digital technology, and an introduction to digital encryption systems. Evaluation: Students will be evaluated based on exploration assignments, short programming projects, in-class presentations, and some in-class assessments. NOTE: this course is intended for students who have not yet taken a programming language course and can be taken prior to Python or Java programming EXPLORATIONS IN ROBOTICS COURSE #554E SEMESTER – 1.25 CREDITS - 2X PER WEEK For students in grade: 9, 10, 11 and 12 Robotics is a lab-based course that uses a hands-on approach to introduce the basic concepts of robotics, focusing on the construction and programming of mobile robots. Students will work in teams to design build, program, document, and test increasing more complex robots, and will be given the option of participating in local robotic competitions or contests. Robot design specifications and construction materials will be determined based on student interest and experience. Evaluation will be based on class assignments, participation, projects, quizzes, and exams.

ECOLOGY IS LOCAL (E) COURSE #527 SEMESTER 1 – 2.50 CREDITS For students in grade: 11 or 12 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Biology Today we are faced with environmental and ecological challenges on a global scale, yet the power of any one of us to affect these global challenges is limited. However, we can more easily have a positive impact on our local environment by first understanding our local ecology, then working with our community to achieve significant improvements. Former House Speaker Tip O’Neill (of Massachusetts) is credited for the saying, “All politics is local.” He understood the power of local politics to enact change on a national scale. Perhaps the best way that we can enact change on global environmental problems is through the issues of our local ecology. In this course, we will explore local ecological issues and the local politics that support and block our progress on these issues. Some of the issues that we might explore include: ● Erosion and water quality at White Pond ● The Bruce Freeman Rail Trail ● Bottled water in Concord Evaluation will be based on homework, laboratory activities, and projects. NOT OFFERED 2018-2019 DIVERSITY OF LIFE (E) COURSE #528  SEMESTER 2 – 2.50 CREDITS  For students in grade: 11 and 12 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Biology  

The Diversity of Life course will provide an overview of the major kingdoms of organisms including bacteria, protists, fungi, plants and animals. The course’s approach will be hands-on with students carrying out a variety of lab investigations, inquiry based activities and projects to explore the diversity of life. An emphasis will be placed on the organism's’ role in nature and on conservation.  

Evaluation will be based on homework assignments, class participation, laboratory reports, projects, quizzes, tests, and a semester examination. 

EXPLORATIONS IN DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE #806E SEMESTER – 1.25 CREDITS - 2X PER WEEK For students in grades: 9, 10, 11, and 12 Prerequisites: None In this course students will learn the essentials of digital photography. Students will explore shooting portraits, landscapes, interiors, abstract images and other subjects. A final creative projects may include producing a series of images, to create an image "alphabet," a movie storyboard, graphic novel, a diary or an accordion book. During the semester, students will watch and discuss one or more documentaries on photography in class and learn about the history of photography as well. While not as in depth as the 2.5 credit Advanced Digital Photography course, this course will give students a basic, fun introduction to the medium. Evaluation will be based on class work, projects, class participation, and a final examination. EXPLORATIONS IN FILMMAKING COURSE #817E SEMESTER – 1.25 CREDITS - 2X PER WEEK For students in grades: 9, 10, 11, and 12 Prerequisites: None In this course students will learn the essentials of making movies using current digital technology. A variety of brief non-fiction projects, such as video self-portraits (testimonials), interviews with an important elder, and still image montages about an important social issue will start students learning how films can be used to explore the world. A variety of brief fiction projects, such as a short dialog scene and a commercial will expose students to the storytelling power of the medium. Students will watch and discuss films as well in class, as well as complete one "film review"--on video! While not as in depth as the 2.5 credit Filmmaking course, this course will give students a basic, fun introduction. Evaluation will be based on class work, projects, writing, class participation, and a final examination.

COMBINED CHORUS COURSE #856 (4X WEEK) COURSE #856S (2X WEEK) FULL YEAR – 2.00 - 5.00 CREDITS For students in grade: 9, 10, 11 and 12 Prerequisites: The ability to match pitch, as determined by instructor. No prior experience necessary. To see Combined Chorus in performance click below: Phantom of the Opera Let It Snow Do you like to sing but are not sure you can? Can you imagine your voice blending together with others to create beautiful soundscapes? Try our Combined Chorus. Combined Chorus is the largest performing vocal ensemble at Concord-Carlisle. Usually numbering between 80 and 90 singers, Combined Chorus is a mixed chorus of Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass voices. Students in this course will sing a wide variety of choral literature from Bach to Broadway and everything in between. There is no audition for this chorus. All that is required is a love of music and a desire to sing. Music reading skills and vocal technique are developed in this ensemble. Evaluation will be based on regular demonstration of repertoire preparation, attendance at concerts, and class participation. Mandatory evening performances and evening dress rehearsals are required for this class. Combined Chorus Sections: The Combined Chorus is offered in four sections, which will be combined into one large chorus for performances. One of the sections will meet 4 times per week for 5 credits. The other three sections will meet 2 times per week and receive 2 or 2.5 credits, depending on the block. Those sections will have corresponding select ensembles that will meet on the remaining days. Students can choose the Combined Chorus block that fits their needs and schedule.